Shihan Chuck Sternod
Born 1940, Sternod Shihan, is a native of Butte, Montana. After serving 4 years in the U.S. Air Force, he relocated to Seattle in 1961. For over 42 years, he has been President of Sternod Enterprises, Inc., a Franchise Broker and Area Development Company.
Sternod Shihan (7th Dan) has trained with Shihan Minakami for over 38 years and competed nationally and internationally. He currently teaches and trains at the Seattle Headquarters. Sternod Shihan is the highest ranked Black Belt at the Minakami Karate Dojo and is known for his knowledge in Kata and Kubodo.